Brian DeCosta - Elite Genetics, High Volumes, What Motivates Top Athletes

Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi

0:00- Intro

0:30- Charity donation

1:30- Background on Brian

5:00- Genetics

10:30- What is truly impressive?

13:30- Is it harder to draw motivation as you become more successful?

18:00- Training with Mike Israetel and Jared Feather

19:30- High training volumes

21:30- Deloading and periodizing

25:00- Recovery and supplements

31:30- Social media and phone addiction

37:30- The psychological benefits of exercising regularly

41:30- Thinking about the aging bodybuilder

43:00- Physical endeavors outside of bodybuilding

49:00- Strength comparisons relative to bodyweight

53:00- Dealing with criticism from others

1:01:00- Coaching as a long-term career

1:05:00- Where to find Brian